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- Page 1 Sands Delta 3400 Sprayer Controller Calibration RDS Part No.: S/DC/500-10-607 Document Issue: 1.00 : 8/9/08 Software Issue: PS403-000 rev.09...
- Page 2 The standard terms and conditions of RDS (except clause 7), a copy of which is available on request, apply to the supply and operation of this System.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
SANDS DELTA 3400 - SPRAYER CONTROLLER INTRODUCTION Selecting the Control Software ....................5 The "Setup" Screen page......................5 Calibration on installation Calibration in normal use Data Entry ............................ 6 “SENSOR CONFIGURATION” MENU Forward Speed Sensor........................ 7 2.1.1 Select Sensor Option 2.1.2... - Page 4 SANDS DELTA 3400 - SPRAYER CONTROLLER LIQUID CALIBRATION Initial Calibration - using the "Nozzle Calibration Routine" ............18 Full-Tank Calibration ........................19 TECHNICIAN CONFIGURATION MENU Display Options ........................... 20 4.1.1 Speed Smoothing Factor 4.1.2 Rate Lock-On 4.1.3 Rate Smoothing Control Options ........................... 20 4.2.1...
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Page 5: Introduction
SANDS DELTA 3400 - SPRAYER CONTROLLER Introduction The instrument must be calibrated before commencing normal operation. Many settings are made only on initial installation e.g. from the 'SENSOR CONFIGURATION' screen. Other calibration settings may need to be altered on a regular basis according to the liquid being sprayed, nozzle types in use etc. -
Page 6: Data Entry
SANDS DELTA 3400 - SPRAYER CONTROLLER Data Entry Alpha-numeric values are entered via the right-hand keypad. You must press the key from 2 to 5 times to select the required letter. (Some keys have additional special characters not shown on the key legend). -
Page 7: Sensor Configuration" Menu
If a single magnet is installed (as with a standard RDS Propshaft Sensor kit), the distance travelled for each turn of the prop shaft must be determined. To determine this distance, drive the vehicle forwards for exactly 10 revolutions of the prop shaft. -
Page 8: Radar Sensor
SANDS DELTA 3400 - SPRAYER CONTROLLER (ii) If 2 magnets are installed (as with a standard RDS Wheel Sensor kit), the distance is 1/2 the effective rolling circumference of the wheel. To determine this circumference, drive the vehicle forward in field conditions (with the implement attached if applicable), for exactly 10 revolutions of the sensed wheel. -
Page 9: Boom Configuration
SANDS DELTA 3400 - SPRAYER CONTROLLER Boom configuration 1. Sensor Configuration 1. Width Setup UK607-02.PCX Figure 2 2.2.1 Set number of Boom Sections Range: 0 - 9 Default: 4 With the screen cursor opposite "BOOM SECTIONS", enter the number of sections from 0 to 9 and press the ENTER button. -
Page 10: Flow / Pressure Sensor Setup
SANDS DELTA 3400 - SPRAYER CONTROLLER Flow / Pressure Sensor Setup The sprayer control system is normally installed with both a flow sensor and a pressure sensor, and is set up for pressure-based regulation. The flow sensor provides a ‘true’ flow rate display compared to the calculated flow rate from the pressure sensor. -
Page 11: Minimum Flow And Maximum Flow
SANDS DELTA 3400 - SPRAYER CONTROLLER 2.3.5 Minimum flow and Maximum flow Set the values according to the size of turbine fitted. Turbine size Min. flow (l / min) Max. flow (l / min) 1/2" 3/4" 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 2"... -
Page 12: Calibrate Pressure Sensor
SANDS DELTA 3400 - SPRAYER CONTROLLER 2.3.9 Calibrate Pressure Sensor Figure 7a / 7b Calibrating the Pressure Sensor UK60798A.PCX UK60708B.PCX Select "CALIBRATION ROUTINE" (fig. 6) and press Depressurize the manifold and press to set "PRESSURE ZERO" (fig. 7a). Start the sprayer and set the reference pressure (the typical working pressure) using the keys (fig. -
Page 13: Configuring The Control Valve
SANDS DELTA 3400 - SPRAYER CONTROLLER Configuring the Control Valve 1. Sensor Configuration 5. Valve/Actuator UK607-09.PCX Figure 9a 2.4.1 Response The Response function sets the frequency at which the system adjusts the control valve when reacting to a change in forward speed. A lower setting results in a slower response, and increases the time taken for the application rate to match the target rate. -
Page 14: Maximum Pulse
SANDS DELTA 3400 - SPRAYER CONTROLLER 2.4.6 Maximum Pulse This sets the maximum pulse length (milliseconds x 4) driving the flow control valve. Do not change this value from the default of 200.0 (800 ms). Configuring a Tank Fill Sensor A tank-fill sensor is optional. -
Page 15: Alarms Setup
SANDS DELTA 3400 - SPRAYER CONTROLLER Alarms Setup There are a number of alarms, most being programmable by the operator. Note that setting alarm limits to zero will disable that alarm function. Application Rate ‘UNDER APPLICATION’ This alarm is based on % variance from the target rate. -
Page 16: Max. Speed And Min. Speed
SANDS DELTA 3400 - SPRAYER CONTROLLER MAX. SPEED and MIN. SPEED These values set the thresholds for the forward speed alarms. They are automatically set according to the Target Speed on the "Nozzle Setup" screen, however, you can manually key-in another value via the alpha- numeric keypad. -
Page 17: Calibrating An Rpm Sensor
SANDS DELTA 3400 - SPRAYER CONTROLLER Calibrating an RPM Sensor 1. Sensor Configuration 8. RPM Setup Figure 13 UK572-11.PCX The following calibration procedure applies regardless of the speed output being sensed e.g. Engine RPM, PTO Speed, Shaft Speed, Fan Speed etc, depending on the particular installation. -
Page 18: Liquid Calibration
SANDS DELTA 3400 - SPRAYER CONTROLLER Liquid calibration It is important to ensure that the flow / pressure sensors have been properly configured before doing a liquid calibration. NOTE: Liquid calibration is always done with water. When spraying denser liquids such as liquid fertilizers, after doing the jug test you should programme the correct density for that product, from the "PRODUCT SELECTION"... -
Page 19: Full-Tank Calibration
SANDS DELTA 3400 - SPRAYER CONTROLLER FLOW SENSOR CALIBRATION FACTOR in pulses per litre for flow-based regulation. Figure 18 Flow Calibration Factors UK607-18.PCX NOTE 1 It is advisable to repeat the jug test for several nozzles across the boom and enter the average of the individual test volumes. -
Page 20: Technician Configuration Menu
SANDS DELTA 3400 - SPRAYER CONTROLLER Technician Configuration Menu The operator is unlikely to need access in normal use. Access to this menu can be restricted by changing the PIN number from within the menu. Enter the factory default PIN number 1234 to access the menu. -
Page 21: Nudge Step Size
SANDS DELTA 3400 - SPRAYER CONTROLLER 4.2.1 Nudge Step Size The Nudge Step Size sets the % increase / decrease made when you adjust from the target rate in AUTO mode. Adjustable from 0 to 50%. Default = 5% 4.2.2 Off Target Alarm This sets the threshold at which the instrument will alarm "UNDER APPLICATION"... -
Page 22: Print Calibration Data
SANDS DELTA 3400 - SPRAYER CONTROLLER Print Calibration Data 2. Technician Config. 4. Print Cal data It is always a good idea to keep a record of calibration data either in the back of the manual, or as a printout. -
Page 23: Factory Configuration Menu
SANDS DELTA 3400 - SPRAYER CONTROLLER Factory Configuration Menu The operator is unlikely to need access in normal use. Access to this menu can be restricted by changing the PIN number from within the menu. Enter the default PIN number 1234 to access the menu. -
Page 24: Sensor Calibration
Change PIN for Factory Configuration Menu 3. Factory Config. 5. PIN # Change You can re-programme your own PIN for this menu. Just follow the screen instructions. If you forget your personalised PIN, you will need to contact RDS for instructions. -
Page 25: User Options
SANDS DELTA 3400 - SPRAYER CONTROLLER User Options Set Time and Date 4. User Options 1. Time/Date If you need to change the time or date setting, position the cursor against the relevant line, key-in the new value and press... -
Page 26: Select Language
If a software module is fitted, then simply select between the two software options displayed and press The instrument will take several seconds to load the control software and then automatically re-start. General PF Setup Please refer to the "Data Logging and Transfer" manual (ref. RDS Pt. No. S/DC/500-10-573). -
Page 27: The Setup Menu
SANDS DELTA 3400 - SPRAYER CONTROLLER The SETUP menu Select nozzle type Set calibration speed Select product /liquid calibration Set regulation mode (Flow / Pressure) Speed sensor calibration Level Level Parameter Setting [default] Your settings 1. Sensor Config. 1. Width Setup No. - Page 28 SANDS DELTA 3400 - SPRAYER CONTROLLER Level Level Parameter Setting [default] Your settings 6. Alarms Setup Max. Speed 0 km/hr Min. Speed 0 km/hr Max Flow 200 l/min Min Flow 10 l/min Off Target 7. Nozzle Setup Ref. Operation manual Section 2.3...
- Page 29 SANDS DELTA 3400 - SPRAYER CONTROLLER Level Level Parameter Setting [default] Your settings 5. Gen. P.F. Setup 1. Logging Interval Log by Time Log by Distance 2. Tag Names Black Grass Wild Oats Cleavers Thistles Spare Tag 1 Spare Tag 2...
- Page 30 SANDS DELTA 3400 - SPRAYER CONTROLLER Issue 1: 8/9/08 Original Issue derived from UK572100.DOC...
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